Getaways to Daylesford

Choosing the right destination for a weekend getaway can be difficult, especially when you live in Melbourne, Australia. Melbourne itself has been rated ‘ The World’s Most Liveable City ‘, with good reason, it is cosmopolitan, with fabulous restaurants, shopping, sporting events and a thriving fashion industry. Nevertheless, sometimes it is nice to get out of the city. There are several really attractive options for a weekend getaway within a short drive of the city, but I believe the pick of the bunch is Daylesford. Here are my top ten reasons to choose Daylesford.

1. Daylesford is only 90 minutes by car from Melbourne. With the price of fuel rising and the amount of time we have diminishing, a weekend escape a short distance away, is a great place to start when thinking of a place to go. It means you can get to your destination, before the restaurants and bars close.

2. Daylesford is gorgeous. Once you turn on to the Ballan Daylesford Rd. you enter a different world. Away from the freeways, high rises and traffic jams. Huge mature trees frame the roads, and rolling hills, lavender fields and picturesque lakes delight the senses. The colours change dramatically with each season, and historic buildings and church spires provide wonderful juxtaposition to the natural wonders of the area.

3. Daylesford features a myriad of Day Spa’s. This area has been famous for it’s mineral waters for over a century, and now visitors flock there for rejuvenating spa treatments and massage.

4. Daylesford has excellent cuisine. There is a wide variety of restaurants, wine bars and cafes in the area and they are all passionate about food. From modern Australian to authentic Indian you can find it all in Daylesford.

5. Daylesford has a lively cultural scene. Fabulous galleries, quirky craft shops, glass blowing, yoga and a few colourful locals give the town a vibrant and creative atmosphere.

6. Daylesford has great shopping. Excellent home wares, crafts, fashion and book shops, are all within walking distance of each other.

7. Daylesford is very tourist friendly. There is plenty of easy to access information, the town survives to great extent through tourism and as such, the tourist operators and restaurant staff are courteous and helpful.

8. Daylesford is set up for lovers. With the romantic scenery, restaurants, spas and couples walking hand in hand, it is the perfect place to take someone special.

9. Daylesford has a host of attractions just outside the town. Chocolate shops wineries, olive oil producers, trout fishing, bush walks, mineral springs, lakes and waterfalls are all just a short drive from the centre of town.

10. Daylesford has a wide variety of accommodation. Whether you seek a five star resort, a quaint bed and breakfast or a modern motel, for groups or couples, Daylesford has something for everyone.

Romance, scenery, dining, relaxation and culture, Daylesford has it all, it is a fabulous spot for a weekend getaway. To find great deals on Daylesford Getaways head to the Daylesford Accommodation Directory.